What's on at Chelmsford Theatre

Fun, relaxed music and dance sessions for children who are not yet walking! This session is all about getting up and active in a fun, interactive way.

Baby Boogie

Mon 13 Apr - Mon 15 Jun 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Fun, relaxed music and dance sessions for children who are walking! This session is all about getting up and active in a fun, interactive way.

Toddler Boogie

Mon 13 Apr - Mon 15 Jun 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Join us for our popular lunchtime Concerts taking place in Chelmsford Theatre Studio. Come and grab a drink or a bite to eat at the theatre café and enjoy a toe tapping interlude to your Wednesday afternoon from 1pm.

Music

Lunchtime Concerts

Wed 15 Apr - Wed 15 Jul 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Full of show tunes you know and love, it’s time to get those jazz hands at the ready. All levels welcome. This will be a super fun, packed full of musicals, aerobic workout.

Keep Fit: Musical Theatre

Wed 15 Apr - Wed 23 Sep 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Chelmsford Young Gen proudly presents one of the greatest musicals of all time — West Side Story. a timeless tale of loyalty, rivalry, love, hope and heartbreak inspired by Romeo and Juliet.

West Side Story

Wed 15 Apr - Sat 18 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

BSL

A dementia-accessible film screening of the classic The Wizard Of Oz – a relaxed and welcoming cinema experience designed with those living with dementia, their families, and carers in mind.

Cinema

Dementia Accessible Cinema: The Wizard of Oz

Thu 16 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Relaxed Performance

British Comedy Award-winning writer (Miranda, Not Going Out), comedian & broadcast historian Paul Kerensa’s stand-up history show informs, entertains and educates about how the Beeb began.

Comedy Theatre

An Evening Of (Very) Old Radio

Thu 16 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Avalon presents an evening of the freshest comedy as two comedians test out brand-new material in their quest to build an hour(ish)-long show each.

Comedy Stand Up

Avalon Early Doors Comedy Night

Fri 17 Apr - Fri 1 May 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Take a peek behind the scenes the classic musical West Side Story, walk across the stage and see how the production is created.

Backstage Tour: West Side Story

Sat 18 Apr 2026

Backstage Tour

Get ready for a high-energy celebration of musical theatre with Musicals Unleashed – a one-off showcase bursting with talent from local amateur theatre company CAODS.

Musicals Unleashed

Sat 18 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Shoot From The Hip bring their award-winning, TikTok-viral improv comedy to Chelmsford Theatre! Expect chaotic games, epic scenes, and totally unscripted, unforgettable fun.

Comedy Improv

Shoot From the Hip

Sun 19 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

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When the courageous and clever Matilda Wormwood finds herself stuck with uncaring parents and a terrifying headmistress, she discovers that the power to change her own story might just be inside her all along.

Matilda Jnr.

Tue 21 Apr - Sat 25 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Relaxed Performance

Join T’Pau on their first full UK tour for a decade playing fan favourites and songs from their forthcoming album “Be Wonderful”.

Music

T'Pau: Be Wonderful Tour

Tue 21 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Double Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner and Taskmaster alumni John Kearns brings his brand-new show, Tilting at Windmills to our stage.

Comedy Stand Up

John Kearns: Tilting at Windmills

Wed 22 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

This sensational multi award-winning West End show first opened in 1989 and has been thrilling audiences around the world ever since. Now it triumphantly visits Chelmsford Theatre.

Musicals

Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story

Thu 23 Apr - Sat 25 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Captioned

Broadcast live from The Royal Ballet and Opera. Prince Tamino is sent by the Queen of the Night to rescue her daughter. Joined by a companion and guided by a magic flute, Tamino faces monsters, villains, and a secretive brotherhood on his quest.

Cinema

RBO: The Magic Flute

Sun 26 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Studio

Delve into the fundamentals of Konstantin Stanislavski’s influential acting method, exploring techniques that foster authentic, truthful performances.

Creative Education: An Intro to Stanislavski (13-18)

Mon 27 Apr 2026

Chelmsford Theatre

Step into a world of wonder and imagination with Tiny Tales, a delightful storytelling session specially designed for toddlers.

Tiny Tales

Tue 28 Apr - Tue 14 Jul 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Main Bar

Step into a world of wonder and imagination with Tiny Tales, a delightful storytelling session specially designed for toddlers.

Toddler Tales

Tue 28 Apr - Tue 14 Jul 2026

Chelmsford Theatre Main Bar

Join the Scouts and Guides of Chelmsford for an unforgettable evening of comedy, song, and spectacle that celebrates the energy and creativity of our community.

Chelmsford Gang Show 2026

Wed 29 Apr - Sat 2 May 2026

Chelmsford Theatre